Diocese of Holguín

The Diocese of Holguín, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese located in eastern Cuba. Established in 1995 by Pope John Paul II, it forms part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Santiago de Cuba and serves the faithful across Holguín Province. The diocese is currently led by Bishop Emilio Aranguren Echeverría, who has guided its pastoral work since 2007 amid the challenges of the region. Its cathedral stands as a central point of worship and community gathering in the city of Holguín. Stored in Cargo: Diocese of Holguín

Diocese: Diocese of Holguín
Status:	Active
Rite:	Latin
Type:	Suffragan diocese
Ecclesiastical Province:	Ecclesiastical Province of Santiago de Cuba
Metropolitan Archdiocese:	Archdiocese of Santiago de Cuba
Country:	Cuba
Region:	Holguín Province
Bishop:	Emilio Aranguren Echeverría
Existence:	1995–

Establishment

The Diocese of Holguín was erected on 10 November 1995 by Pope John Paul II from territory previously part of the Archdiocese of Santiago de Cuba to better serve the Catholic population in eastern Cuba.

History

The diocese was created during a period of reorganization of the Catholic Church in Cuba following the changes after the 1959 revolution. Its territory includes areas with deep roots in early missionary activity in the Caribbean. The see has focused on maintaining pastoral presence despite limited resources.

Geography

The diocese covers Holguín Province in eastern Cuba, including the city of Holguín and surrounding municipalities. It lies within the Ecclesiastical Province of Santiago de Cuba.

Mother Church

The Cathedral of Saint Isidore in Holguín serves as the mother church of the diocese.

Leadership

Current Bishop

Emilio Aranguren Echeverría has served as bishop since 2007. He previously served as an auxiliary bishop in other Cuban sees before his appointment to Holguín.

Auxiliary Bishops

No auxiliary bishops are currently assigned.

Past Bishops

Name	Tenure	Notes
Héctor Luis Lucas Peña Gómez	1995–2007	First Bishop of Holguín; transferred.
Emilio Aranguren Echeverría	2007–present	Current Bishop.

Theological and Cultural Orientation

Information on specific theological leanings is limited in available sources for this diocese.

Statistics

The diocese serves Catholics in Holguín Province. Detailed current statistics are not confirmed in primary sources.

Religious Communities

Religious communities active in the diocese include various orders supporting parish and educational work, though specific lists require diocesan confirmation.

Parishes

The diocese comprises multiple parishes across its territory. A complete list is maintained by the chancery.

Mission and Services

Catholic Education

The diocese supports Catholic schools in the region.

Community Outreach

Pastoral and charitable activities are conducted through parishes and affiliated organizations.

Notable Events or Figures

• The diocese was established in 1995 as part of the Church's response to pastoral needs in eastern Cuba.

Fun facts

Below are some fun facts about the Diocese of Holguín:

Did you know? The Diocese of Holguín was erected in 1995 by Pope John Paul II, making it one of the newer dioceses in Cuba.

Surprise! Its cathedral is dedicated to Saint Isidore, reflecting the agricultural heritage of the Holguín region.

Here's something cool: Bishop Emilio Aranguren Echeverría has led the diocese since 2007, continuing a tradition of dedicated local leadership.

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Associated saints

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External Links

• [Official diocesan resources via the Archdiocese of Santiago de Cuba]